Basketball
For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.
- 2 Timothy 1:7
Varsity Boys D3 Undisputed National Champions!
Varsity Boys D3 Class 4 Gold Ball Champions!
CURRENT TEAMS
VARSITY BOYS
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS
JUNIOR VARSITY BOYS
Program Overview
Chargers’ Basketball is an exciting, high-quality, fast-growing basketball program for homeschooled athletes in Southwest Missouri. Our teams are increasingly competitive in the NCHBC homeschool and small public school MSHSAA tournaments! We are thrilled that you are considering Chargers Basketball for your family!
Chargers Basketball is a volunteer organization, yet we have well-qualified coaches and a dedicated staff. We are passionate about helping your player excel through competitive basketball. We are distinctly Christian and strive to exhibit Christ-like behavior through our teams and organization. We use basketball—a team sport—as a platform to assist our players in learning more about themselves, to grow in Christian character and leadership, and to embrace the value of working hard to achieve more.
| Boys | Age | Girls | Age | |
| 8B | 8-9 | 10G | 9-10 | |
| 10B | 9-10 | 12G | 11-12 | |
| 12B | 11-12 | 14G | 13-14 | |
| 14B | 13-14 | 16G | 15-16 | |
| 16B | 15-16 | 18G | 17-18 | |
| 18B | 17-18 |
Registration Fees
| Team Description | Season | Est. Registration Fee* | Note |
| 8B | Winter | $175.00 | |
| 10B/10G | Winter | $250.00 | mainly FH/SSC leagues; typically, do not participate in NCHBC tournaments |
| 12B/12G | Winter | $325.00 | |
| 14G | Winter | $375.00 | |
| 14B | Winter | $450.00 | |
| 16B & 16/18G | Winter | $475.00 | |
| 18B | Winter | $550.00 | |
| *Subject to change until start of registration. | |||
| **$100 discount applies to each basketball player beyond 2 players coming from the same family | |||
| ***Player Fees include the NCHBC Nationals team fee (March 11-15, 2024, in Springfield, MO) | |||
| ****NCHBC Tournaments now have player fees in addition to team fees; families are responsible for player fees |
Winter 2024/2025 Game Schedule
We are currently scheduling for the 2024/25 season, please contact the Program Scheduler listed at the bottom of this page if interested in playing against any of our teams or participating in one of our hosted Basketball Events (both will be located at the Fieldhouse Sportscenter - Springfield, MO):
Tune-UP - December 5-6, 2024
Winter Slam - December 12-13, 2024
Summer of 2024 Activities will be coming soon...
Frequently Asked Questions
Eligibility
Who can play Chargers Basketball?
ELIGIBILITY: Chargers Basketball abides by the eligibility guidelines for both NCHBC and MSHSAA.
If your player is new to homeschooling or transferring to Chargers, they must meet with the Basketball Director before joining the team.
Age
What ages are eligible to participate?
Our current teams consist of boy ages 8-18 and girls ages 9-18.
Where
Where are practices and games typically held?
Practices are held at The Fieldhouse Sportscenter. Home games will take place ate the Ashcroft Center on Evangel University's campus.
When
What time of year does this program run?
Practices begin in October. The season concludes in March at the NCHBC Nationals in Springfield, MO.
Insurance
Do I need insurance?
Yes. The team only carries a general liability policy, you must have your own medical insurance.
Practices
What is your typical practice schedule?
M, W, Th, F – 7-11 AM practice days & times vary by team
Games
Roughly how many games per season will each team play?
| Boys | # Games Per Season | Girls | # Games Per Season |
| 8/10B | 20 | 10G | 20 |
| 12B | 25 | 12G | 25 |
| 14B | 30 | 14G | 30 |
| 16B | 30 | 18G | 30 |
| 18B | 40 |
Uniforms
Are uniforms included in registration or are they an additional fee?
The following uniforms will be provided based on team:
- 8U: t-shirt
- 10U/12U: reversible jersey and shorts
- 14U: reversible jersey, reversible shorts, and shooter
- 16U/18U: home and away uniforms, shooter, and practice jersey
Equipment
What additional equipment is required?
High-quality and well-maintained shoes, socks, and gym bags are required and the player's responsibility. The team’s head coach sets socks (style and color) and will match team colors (Navy, Orange, White). Shoes are typically expected to match team colors.
Other Costs
What additional costs might I incur?
- Travel costs (fuel, food, and sometimes lodging, depending on location)
- Optional fanwear for athletes, friends, and family
Overnight Travel
How much overnight travel can I expect?
• Nov 2-4, 2023 (2 Nights) – St. Louis Tip-Off Tournament – Chesterfield, MO – 16B/18B
• Jan 26-27, 2024 (1 Night) – KC Midwest Matchup – KC, MO –14B/16B/18B/18G
• Feb 1-2, 2024 (1-2 Nights) – NCHBC District Tournament – Lawrence, KS – 14B/14G/16B/18B/18G
• Feb 9-10, 2024 (1-2 Night) – MO State Homeschool Champion Tournament – Columbia, MO – 14B/14G/16B/18B/18G
• Feb 22-23, 2024 (1-2 Nights) – NCHBC Regional Tournament – Lawrence, KS – 12B/12G/14B/14G/16B/18B/18G
• A parent/legal guardian must accompany athletes during team travel; if other acceptable arrangements are made this must be made known to the team’s coach in advance of the trip
Parental Involvement
What are the volunteer expectations?
Lighthouse Christian Chargers is a volunteer organization. Each family is expected to contribute to the betterment of the program.
The typical areas of need for basketball include Coaching, Game Clock, Game Book, Statistician, Video, Bookkeeper (QB), Fundraisers, Concessions, Gate, Fanwear, Social Media, Special Events (year-end parties, banquets)
Basketball Program History
Enter History Here.
BASKETBALL PROGRAM CONTACTS
Brett Curry
Girls Basketball Program Director
Thad Forrester
Basketball Assistant Program Director
Summer 2024
Welcome to Summer of 2024 High School Boys Basketball, which will include regular open gyms and shootouts.